Arimiah Egner - “Tuberculosis Uncovered: Understanding the Disease and Its Impact” (poster session 2) Tuberculosis was discovered in 1882 and at the time was killing one out of every seven people in the U.S. and Europe. Tuberculosis is a disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and spreads when the germ is inhaled. It starts by settling into the lungs and then slowly moves to other parts of the body. There are two types of Tuberculosis, inactive or latent Tuberculosis and Active Tuberculosis. Inactive Tuberculosis is when you have the germ but don’t feel sick and cannot spread the germs to other individuals. Active Tuberculosis is when they cannot be stopped from multiplying and can be passed to other individuals. Latent Tuberculosis can be treated by taking certain drugs for three to six months while active Tuberculosis is treated for up to nine months. Common drugs for treatment are Isoniazid, Rifampin, Rifabutin, Rifapentine, Pyrazinamide, and Ethambutol. Marco Ferraro - see David Garcia, “Who Drives the Economy– Politicians or Economists?” Luis Ferreira - see Luca Hasse, “MVC Game Day - Behind the Scenes” Kevonna Frye - “Protecting Newborns from Whooping Cough” (poster session 2) Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a highly contagious and dangerous illness for newborns. Pregnant women can help protect their babies by taking preventive measures, especially vaccination. According to the CDC (2022), vaccinating during the third trimester significantly reduces the risk of passing pertussis to the baby. Studies, including those by Eberhardt et al. (2019) and Winter et al. (2017), support the benefits of maternal vaccination in preventing this disease. Expecting mothers should receive the Tdap vaccine in the third trimester and encourage close family members to get vaccinated as well. These precautions help create a protective environment for the newborn, reducing the risk of exposure to whooping cough. This project will provide an overview of the latest research supporting these measures, highlighting how maternal vaccination and family immunization can lower the incidence of whooping cough in newborns. Glenda Gallardo-Menendez - “Beyond Talk: Addressing Trauma with Integrative Techniques” (graduate session 1) Trauma profoundly affects both the mind and body, leading to chronic psychological and physical conditions such as anxiety, depression, chronic pain, nervous system dysregulation, and autoimmune disorders. Traditional talk therapy often proves insufficient in addressing the multifaceted impact of trauma. This presentation synthesizes insights from leading research on trauma treatment, highlighting the importance of integrative approaches to healing. This session aims to provide a comprehensive framework for recognizing the effects of trauma and implementing evidence-based, body-focused interventions to enhance recovery and improve treatment outcomes. David Garcia & Marco Ferraro - “Who Drives the Economy– Politicians or Economists?” (session 10) With this topic we aim to explain the impact of politicians and economist in the economy of a particular territory. By explaining the impact of both, we will try to deduce who actually drives the economy.
María García Rodríguez - “State Tri-Fold Brochure: Colorado” (poster session 1) I work for the tourism board in the advertising department for the state of Colorado. I decided to create a tri-fold brochure on Canva to promote tourism and highlight the best places to visit such as attractions, events, and activities that will capture the interest of my readers. I also included images of unique attractions that set the state apart from others. I conducted research using websites, primarily Credo to find images and information to persuade my readers to visit Colorado. I talked about the capital of Colorado, Denver. I focused on two activities, one of them is the Red Rocks and the other one is Rocky Mountain National Park. Then I talked about Aspen, what activities you can do there, and I am focused on Christmas vacation. For example, see Christmas tree lighting ceremonies. Using the MLA format, I cited all sources including images that were used in the brochure. María García Rodríguez - see Carlota Abril Davila, “Spanish Freshmen Mental Health” Bobbi Gibson - “Importance of Improving Health Literacy Among Adolescents” (session 4) According to Jafari et al. (2021) improving health literacy improves healthy behaviors. Adolescence is a time to implement teaching tools aimed at improving healthcare literacy which can help this population navigate and utilize services more efficiently. Huang et al. (2023) found that utilizing modern methods such as social media, apps, or online resources are engaging tools for adolescents. To help promote improved health literacy in High School students, an educational module was developed introducing basic medical terminology, how to access available resources, and differences in medical insurance plans. The aim is to increase the knowledge base of senior students to facilitate their journey into responsible self- management of their healthcare. Elizabeth Gonzalez - see Jada Dangerfield, “Do You Need Therapy?” Kaya Gorrow - “The Diagnosis of Autism and Why It’s Beneficial” (poster session 1) This project explores the process of getting a diagnosis in detail while also acknowledging the value of simply getting a diagnosis. I argue that getting a diagnosis is very beneficial because it opens the door to a multitude of possibilities for the child to enhance their educational career and provide them with the tools necessary to succeed beyond the classroom. Without a diagnosis, the child limits their opportunity to gain access to the resources they need to succeed in and out of school. Antone Grant - see Luca Hasse, “MVC Game Day - Behind the Scenes”
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